KENNETH JONES
Thomasville,AL
Summary
Critical Facilities professional with 10+ years of hands-on electrical and industrial experience supporting high-reliability environments including power generation,Data Centers , hydro facilities, refineries, UPS hubs, logistics centers, and industrial plants. Proven ability to maintain uptime, safely execute maintenance, respond to emergencies, supervise crews, and coordinate vendors while adhering to strict procedures and safety standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Foreman
Gaylor Electric
Lithia Springs, GA
11.2025 - Current
- Supervised electrical crews to maintain workflow, safety compliance, and project schedule adherence.
- Coordinated daily field assignments, ensuring proper labor allocation and efficient task completion.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to guide installation accuracy and resolve field issues.
- Enforced OSHA safety practices and site procedures across active construction environments.
- Monitored material availability and coordinated deliveries to prevent work delays.
- Inspected completed work to verify code compliance, workmanship quality, and punch-list readiness.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Safety Technician
FZ
Montgomery, AL
01.2025 - 11.2025
- Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and support corrective actions.
- Maintained incident reports, inspection logs, and compliance documentation accurately.
- Monitored PPE usage and reinforced site safety requirements during daily operations.
- Investigated workplace incidents and supported root-cause analysis for prevention.
- Coordinated safety training sessions to improve employee awareness and readiness.
- Reviewed procedures against regulatory standards to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Assisted management with accident investigations and analysis to determine root cause for corrective action plan.
- Examined credentials, licenses and permits for compliance with licensing requirements.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by performing regular audits and implementing necessary corrective actions.
Electrical Foreman/Safety Manager
SAABS Electric / Alabama Power / Southern Company
Wetumpka, AL
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Lead and supervise crews of 12–14 electricians supporting power infrastructure projects
- Coordinate daily work to ensure safety, schedule adherence, and zero disruption to operations
- Conduct job walks, safety briefings, and task validation with leads and stakeholders
- Maintained a strong commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.
- Performed electrical and safety-related duties while ensuring compliance with company and OSHA standards.
- Collaborated with team members and supervisors to complete projects efficiently and on schedule.
- Track labor hours, materials, and production metrics
- Escalate technical, safety, and operational issues to management as required
Electrician/Safety Technician
Cianbro
Tallulah Falls, GA
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Installed and terminated electrical panels, conduit, cable tray, and power wiring
- Supported critical power systems in a hydroelectric environment
- Assisted with troubleshooting and system reliability initiatives
- Hydro Dam Facility
- Maintained a strong commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.
- Performed electrical and safety-related duties while ensuring compliance with company and OSHA standards.
- Collaborated with team members and supervisors to complete projects efficiently and on schedule.
Electrician
S&B Engineers
Prattville, AL
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Installed PVC and rigid conduit for duct banks and power distribution
- Terminated PLC panels, motors, and control wiring
- Assisted with commissioning and fault resolution
Electrical Foreman
Casey Industrial
Prattville, AL
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Planned and assigned daily tasks to lead electricians
- Ensured materials, prints, and equipment were available on-site
- Conducted walk-downs and quality inspections
- James Harding Plant
Lead Man / Field Foreman
MKD Electric
Kansas City, MO
02.2018 - 11.2021
- Led electrical teams across UPS hubs, Amazon facilities, oil & gas refineries, and distribution centers
- Managed manpower, materials, tools, and schedules
- Installed and terminated PLCs, VFDs, control stations, photo eyes, encoders, MDR systems, and transformers
- Performed electrical troubleshooting to resolve system faults
- Ensured compliance with safety, quality, and engineering standards
Electrician / Leadman
ACE Electric
Odessa, TX
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Installed and fabricated conduit and cable tray systems
- Pulled and terminated power and control wiring
- Operated aerial and scissor lifts
- Terminated electrical panels
Electrician
CLC
Trussville, AL
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Threaded and bent conduit
- Installed cable tray, E-Stops, and exhaust fans
- Pulled, stripped, and terminated wiring
- Trained Fire Watcher / Spotter
Electrician
Tradeforce Staffing
Jacksonville, FL
10.2016 - 01.2017
- Installed conduit and cable tray systems
- Pulled and terminated wiring
- Installed E-Stops and exhaust fans
- Operated aerial and scissor lifts
Electrician
Higgins Electric
Dothan, AL
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Installed conduit, cable tray, and supports
- Pulled and terminated wiring
- Performed electrical installations under industrial safety standards
Electrician
Coates Electric
Salt Lake City, UT
12.2015 - 01.2016
- Installed conduit and cable tray
- Pulled and prepared wiring for termination
- Supported commercial and industrial electrical projects
Electrician
Atlantic Workforce
Nashville, TN
12.2014 - 12.2015
- Threaded and bent conduit
- Installed cable tray systems and supports
- Pulled and stripped wiring
- Operated aerial and scissor lifts
Education
High School Diploma -
Marengo High
Dixons Mills, AL05.2007
Skills
Critical Facilities Operations & Maintenance
Electrical Distribution (LV/MV)
UPS, Switchgear & Power Systems
PLCs, Control Panels, VFDs & Transformers
Preventive & Corrective Maintenance
Emergency Response & Incident Escalation
Vendor & Contractor Oversight
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) & NFPA 70E
OSHA & Life Safety Compliance
Blueprint, One-Line & CAD Drawing Interpretation
Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
Work Orders / CMMS / Documentation
Personal Information
Title: CRITICAL FACILITIES ENGINEER | ELECTRICAL & MISSION-CRITICAL OPERATIONS
Certification
NCCER Certified, OSHA 10 & OSHA 30, OSHA 510, TWIC Card, Aerial & Scissor Lift Certified, Accident Prevention Planning, 30 HR CFR 1926 Safety Training Course, Confined Space Entry Competent, Construction Safety Manager, Emergency Manager Coordinator, Fall Prevention & Elevated Structure Safety Technician, NFPA 70E Arc Flash Electrical Safety, Occupational Health & Safety for Supervisors, Safety Management Systems
Timeline
Electrical Foreman
Gaylor Electric
11.2025 - Current
Safety Technician
FZ
01.2025 - 11.2025
Electrical Foreman/Safety Manager
SAABS Electric / Alabama Power / Southern Company
09.2024 - 01.2025
Electrician/Safety Technician
Cianbro
07.2023 - 09.2024
Electrician
S&B Engineers
10.2022 - 07.2023
Electrical Foreman
Casey Industrial
11.2021 - 05.2022
Lead Man / Field Foreman
MKD Electric
02.2018 - 11.2021
Electrician / Leadman
ACE Electric
11.2017 - 02.2018
Electrician
CLC
01.2017 - 11.2017
Electrician
Tradeforce Staffing
10.2016 - 01.2017
Electrician
Higgins Electric
02.2016 - 10.2016
Electrician
Coates Electric
12.2015 - 01.2016
Electrician
Atlantic Workforce
12.2014 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Marengo High